Skincare has advanced to great heights over the decade. Treatments and techniques once used by experienced practitioners can now be used at homes. One such treatment is the light-emitting diode, LED therapy that employs light of different wavelengths which is safe and effective for the skin. The skincare products that employ this technique range from handheld devices to LED face masks, both made for use at home and in clinics by aestheticians. The product which can be used by one at home includes an LED face shield or face mask which can be easily put on and used. Doctors and aestheticians often use handheld devices for LED light skin facial and also often use professional LED therapy machine, which is similar to face shield.
LED light therapy is beneficial for reducing inflammation and acne, and also has anti-aging properties. The skin rejuvenating functions of LED light therapy makes it very renowned among the beauty industry and various LED tools are also available in beauty supply stores. This therapy does not use ultraviolet radiations which are harmful to the skin, rather infrared radiations are used to treat skin conditions and, stimulate collagen and protein production which makes the skin appear healthy.
Light of different wavelengths is used to procure different skincare benefits. Following are the different frequencies of light and the ways they cater to the individual skincare goals.
- Red light repairs damaged skin and is absorbed well by the outermost layer of skin, the epidermis. This increases circulation, reduces inflammation, and stimulates collagen production. The hyperplasia of collagen smooths the fine lines, makes the skin tender and smooth, shrinks pored, and has an anti-wrinkle effect as well.
- Blue light reduces the activity of sebaceous glands which effectively minimizes and treats acne. When used along with red light, it repairs the skin without leaving behind acne scars.
- Purple light is also known as red and blue dual-band light, which employs a combination of two kinds of phototherapy effects. As discussed previously, it helps repair the skin and reduce inflammation as well as removes the acne scars.
- Rose-red light has an antiaging effect which is similar to that of red light. It helps resolve age spots and pigmentation, smooths out fine lines, and tightens the sagging skin.
- Green light has a calming and anti-inflammatory effect on the skin. It targets age spots and hyperpigmentation patches and works to neutralize and balance the skin condition. This light relieves mental stress and repairs blood vessels. It also enhances lymphatic drainage, thus reducing edema or skin puffiness.
- Yellow light enhances the lymphatic drainage from the face which facilitates the removal of toxins. It helps boost immunity which then eradicates fever and ringworm infection. It also promotes wound healing and skin hydration that will eventually resolve wrinkles and soften coarse skin.
- Cyan or green-blue light has a gentle effect on skin and levels the skin texture. It attains this effect by increasing cell energy and metabolism. This increases the production and deposition of collagen and other proteins in the skin.
- White light has anti-aging properties and is used to reduce age spots, fine lines and resolve sagging skin.
A wide range of LED light therapy products are available both online and in-stores that can be bought and used at convenience. The type of wavelength used is tailored according to skin condition and the targeted skincare goals, and can be discussed with your aesthetician before using the product. This safe and effective tool for improving skin health can be easily incorporated into the daily skincare regimen.